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Welcome
Welcome to a magical world of entertainment, fellowship and fun! When you Join the IBM,
you’ll be part of a group of magicians who meet regularly at local meetings, international
conventions and communicate through the prestigious “Linking Ring” magazine.
Rings (or local groups) allow you to gather monthly with local or visiting magicians to practice the
newest effects or discuss the latest topics in our art. Enjoy lectures and demonstrations from professional
magicians who travel the magic-club circuit. These leaders in the field teach magic that’s on the cutting
edge and often sell their own effects, books and videos. From other Ring members, you’ll learn about
magic’s rich history. Rings are located in most of the world’s major cities. . . there are more than 300
worldwide! Those who have been accepted into the international organization may apply for Ring membership. International and Ring memberships are open to anyone 12 years of age or older, as long as they’ve had a 2-year interest in the art of magic.
The distinctive Linking Ring magazine informs readers about all aspects of magic. Noted performers and
writers disclose secrets on close-up, cards, stand-up and stage magic. Learn many new effects or how to
enhance your presentations. Enjoy reviews of recently released books, tricks and videos. Read ex-elusive
feature stories on magic’s noteworthy personalities. Take a journey back in time by reading magic’s
colorful history. You’ll gain insight to some of today’s challenges and be entertained by how some
legendary magicians met formidable obstacles. Published with an average of 200 jam-packed pages each and every month, the Linking Ring magazine keeps you tip to (late on what’s happening in magic around the world.
The I.B.M., founded in 1922 by magicians Len Vintus, Gene Gordon and Don Rogers, is the world’s
largest and most prestigious fraternity for amateur and professional magicians, magic enthusiasts and
collectors of magic apparatus. The organization, governed by elected officers and a board of trustees, is
headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, USA. We invite you to join us as an active, international affiliate,
junior or associate member of the I.B.M.
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